By Stacey Conner. As we waded our way through the decorating and holiday prep list last weekend, I realized my family has some not so delightful holiday traditions of its own.
The Impermanence of Winter
By Stacey Conner. It’s icy and gray here in the northern hinterlands and I have to force myself to close my eyes and visualize spring.
Baby Talk
By Stacey Conner. Sometimes, I wonder if I worry too much about what my children can understand and what they cannot.
Playful Parenting
By Stacey Conner. A game before bedtime became a tradition in our house a year ago after our youngest son learned to get himself ready for bed.
This is Not Your Mother’s Childhood
by Stacey Conner. My third child started Kindergarten this year and I watched in amazement. No kid was ever so comfortable with a school, so certain. He’d been picking up his older brother and sister for two years. He’d been to every party, walked every hall.
Moments
By Stacey Conner. Is it possible to end up with nothing you ever dreamed of 21 years ago and be this happy? Their 10th anniversary is this week. She knows she won’t get flowers. He rarely buys flowers or cards; it’s not his way.
Beyond Harry Potter
By Stacey Conner. Why is it so hard to find good books for young boys who are avid readers?
High Tide
Kids or not the beach is still a special place for Stacey Conner.
What Does ‘Kill Me Now’ Start With?
When teaching your children their letters is enough to make you crazy.
Hockey Mom
Being a hockey mom isn't all that bad when your husband and kids are enthusiastic about the sport.